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PICKERING: Council Meeting Report, 6-26-23
The Pickering City Council Meeting, June 26, seemed to be a “town hall,” in that, its atmosphere was a constant near boiling over the edge. The atmosphere was kept from becoming more volatile and vitriolic because of the strict maintenance … Continue reading
EDITORIAL: Police bigotry, racism, a systemic problem
Are the homeless justified in their fear and anxiety over local police forces in Toronto and Durham? Recently, an accounting about an incident involving the homeless described the police officers as arrogant, aggressive, and antagonistic when interacting with the homeless in … Continue reading
POLITICS: Fed Conservatives TOWN HALL, 7-5-23
DATE: JULY 5 TIME: 7pm LOCATION: Chestnut Hill Recreation Centre (O’Brien ROOM) _________1867 Valley Farm Rd, PICKERING, ON
LETTERS: Comment from Mayor Dave Ryan, 1-13-21
I know there have been some questions and concerns in the broader community with respect to Members of Council travelling out of the country during the holidays. I want to assure residents that I was at home in Pickering, and … Continue reading
LETTERS: Comment re self publishing, 1-21-22
Good day, everyone! Both Traditional and Self Publishing services look different for different Authors. Self Publishing has seen dozens, if not hundreds of technology companies join in to the industry, with no regulations on quality of services offered. Traditional Publishing … Continue reading
LETTERS: Comment from MML, 3-1-22
Hello Richard, In response to your March topic–“women”–let me tell you about a recent lecture series we heard. BALL–Bluewater Association for Lifelong Learning recently sponsored a series of six lectures. The general topic was “Women in Academics” & each lecture … Continue reading
LETTERS: Comment from Courtney Park Writers group, 7-1-22
Hi Richard: I always truly enjoy your newsletters. They are chock full of such interesting tid-bits. And I love the fun graphics they always make me smile. And you are so supportive of authors. Your Book Shoppe is a neat … Continue reading
PICKERING: The city’s REFLECTIONS GARDEN, a ‘must visit’ place
The Reflections Garden is a public space for visitors to enjoy quiet moments of peaceful reflection. Located in the northeast corner of Esplanade Park, the garden is a city landmark that includes sensory plantings, accessible seating, a shaded structure, and … Continue reading
AGEING: How to age gracefully
How to age gracefully. Here are some tips from Dian Griesel, PhD: healthline: WellnessWire Be kind to your skin. Wear sunscreen, stay hydrated, and stick to gentle skin care products. (Check out this list of beauty tips from older women … Continue reading
NEWS: Good old Ma BELL cuts off seniors without notice
Way to go Ma BELL! Bell cuts off seniors: Lastly on the Bell front, Global News has a story on a 95-year-old Toronto senior who had his landline phone service cut off by the company for several days. With no cellphones, … Continue reading
HEALTH: Walking After Eating can benefit your health
Walking After Eating: Benefits and Downsides www.healthline.comhealthline.com The positive effects of exercise on health have been proven time and time again. In recent years, a growing trend in the health and fitness community has been to take a short walk … Continue reading
COOKz: Diet dessert that’s worth it, in every way
Here’s a diet recipe that is worth it in every sense, easy-to-make, low in cost, low in calories and tasty too. BLUEBERRY DESSERT Ingredients blueberries 2 cups fresh blueberries 2.00 cups whole milk ricotta 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese … Continue reading